my husband does not believe me when i tell him hypertension means high blood pressure.please tell him?

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that it means high blood pressure thanks

Answer 1

hypertension = high blood pressure

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Answer 3

This is not very high so don't panic. I have struggled for years to stabilise my blood pressure and would love to have 130/85. The last tim I went to the doctor's I was 205/105 but there were reasons for this. He should keep an eye on it though. If he smokes, he should give up and he should keep an eye on his weight. I am a bit surprised to see that it has been suggested that he should get it down to 100/50. This sounds a bit on the low side to me. I am guessing that he is quite young and I would have thought that 110/70 would be about right Another thing he should do is to try and find out the cause of his blood pressure and see if he can do anything about this. Prevention is better than cure!

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Hypertension, commonly referred to as "high blood pressure", is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is chronically elevated.[1] While it is formally called arterial hypertension, the word "hypertension" without a qualifier usually refers to arterial hypertension. Hypertension has been associated with a higher risk of heart attack or stroke.

Answer 5

Hey Jyper, listen to your wife; hypertension means high blood pressure.

Answer 6

Wifey is right. Pre-Hypertension starts at a systolic (top number in a blood pressure reading) of 120, hypertension at 130 and so on.. into stages.

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Hypertension, commonly referred to as "high blood pressure", is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is chronically elevated


read this

Answer 8

Haha - hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure.

Here are a few web sites to prove it! :)

Answer 9

maybe if he reads it for himself hell believe it so here it is right off the internet


Hypertension: Blood Pressure Basics
What is hypertension? What causes hypertension and what are the symptoms?
Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against blood vessel walls. The heart pumps blood into the arteries (blood vessels), which carry the blood throughout the body. High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is dangerous because it makes the heart work harder to pump blood to the body and it contributes to hardening of the arteries or atherosclerosis.

What Is "Normal" Blood Pressure?
There are several categories of blood pressure, including:

Normal: Less than 120/80
Prehypertension: 120-139/80-89
Stage 1 hypertension: 140-159/90-99
Stage 2 hypertension: 160 and above/100 and above
People whose blood pressure is above the normal range should consult their doctor about methods for lowering it.

What Causes Hypertension?
The exact causes of hypertension are not known. Several factors and conditions may play a role in its development, including:

Smoking
Obesity
Lack of physical activity
Too much salt in the diet
Too much alcohol consumption (no more than 1 to 2 drinks per day)
Stress
Older age
Genetics
What Are the Symptoms of Hypertension?
There are usually no symptoms or signs of hypertension. In fact, nearly one-third of those who have it don't know it. The only way to know if you have hypertension definitely is to have your blood pressure checked.

If your blood pressure is extremely high, there may be certain symptoms to look out for, including:

Severe headache
Fatigue or confusion
Vision problems
Chest pain
Difficulty breathing
Irregular heartbeat
Blood in the urine
Who Is More Likely to Develop Hypertension?
People with family members who have high blood pressure.
People who smoke.
African-Americans.
Women who are pregnant.
Women who take birth control pills.
People over the age of 35.
People who are overweight or obese.
People who are not active.
People who drink alcohol.
People who eat too many fatty foods or foods with too much salt.
How Is Hypertension Diagnosed?
Your health care provider can tell if you have hypertension by checking your blood pressure with a special meter called a sphygmomanometer, which consists of a stethoscope, arm cuff, dial, pump, and valve. You can also measure your own blood pressure at home. You should have your blood pressure checked at least once a year to make sure you don't have hypertension.

What Health Problems Are Associated With Hypertension?
Hypertension is a serious condition that can damage the blood vessels, and can eventually lead to several other conditions, including:

Stroke
Heart failure
Heart attack
Kidney failure
Vision problems


How Is Hypertension Treated?
Hypertension is typically treated by making changes in your lifestyle, and with drug therapy. Lifestyle changes include losing weight, stopping smoking, eating a healthy diet (such as the DASH diet, which includes lowering sodium but including daily servings of fruits, vegetables, and whole grain foods), and getting enough exercise, especially aerobic exercise.

Several types of drugs are available to treat hypertension, including ACE inhibitors, angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs), diuretics, beta-blockers, and calcium channel blockers.

Reviewed by the doctors at The Cleveland Clinic Heart Center.

WebMD Medical Reference provided in collaboration with the Cleveland Clinic

Answer 10

hypertension also known as high blood pressure is a medical condition in which the blood pressure is chronically elevated